Voter and Election Information
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Important Election Dates!
- September 25 - First day to request an Absentee Ballot from the City or Township office where you are registered (more info)
- October 6 - Voter registration deadline for Nov. 4 general election (more info)
- November 1 - Deadline for Absentee Ballot request
- November 4 - General Election Day
New Titles
Presidential Election 2008
John McCain's Official Web Site
Barack Obama's Official Web Site
Third Party Candidates
Cynthia McKinney - Green Party
Chuck Baldwin - Constitution Party
Gloria La Riva - Party for Socialism and Liberation
Candidate Positions on Important Issues:
Community Reources
Citizens Research Council of Michigan - Factual, unbiased information on significant issues and ballot proposals concerning state and local government
Kent County Clerk - Election Division
Michigan Voter Information Center - Determine if you are registered to vote, find your polling location, and learn to use your voting equipment.
Michigan Votes - Michigan's Legislature at your fingertips. Check your legislator's voting record or even stay updated by email as bills move through the legislature.
Voter Registration Form - Official form from the Michigan Secretary of State.
Web Resources
FactCheck.org - A nonpartisan nonprofit site that monitors the accuracy of politician's speeches, interviews, and press releases
League of Women Voters - Nonpartisan information about candidates and issues in your area
OpenSecrets.org - Follow the money trail. This is a great resource for finding information about campaign finance and its influence on U.S. elections and public policy.
Publius - A web site that provides election information including your ballot and election calendar, polling location and how to use voting equipment.
University of Michigan Library's Election 2008 - Political junkies will love U of M's website for the 2008 elections. It is one of the most interesting and comprehensive you'll come across!
Vote Smart - A comprehensive web site that provides information about voting, election candidates, and their issue positions.
Other Relevant Pages
Your Representatives - A directory of Federal, State, and Local Officials representing Grand Rapids and Kent County.
